2009 BMW 335 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 244 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2012 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 335 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1904 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2919 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |